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Full stack developer salary in California (Updated 2026)

How much does a Full Stack Developer make in California?

Average base salary

$159,145
16%
above national average
Average $159,145
Low $97,057
High $260,950

The average salary for a full stack developer is $159,145 per year in California and $5,500 cash bonus per year.2.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 9, 2026).

Full Stack Developer job openings in California

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Senior Software Engineer, Fron...
Rippling2.1out of 5 stars.
San Francisco, CA
$159,000 - $278,250 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Full Stack Developer in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
MERCOR
 
$315,000per year
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Everpure
 
$264,556per year
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Gusto
 
$260,500per year
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Mochi Health
 
$256,667per year
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AMD
 
$255,000per year
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swipejobs
 
$250,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Full Stack Developers near California

  1. San Mateo, CA
    $215,002 per year
  2. San Francisco, CA
    $182,175 per year
  3. Mountain View, CA
    $177,014 per year
  4. San Jose, CA
    $153,820 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $149,462 per year

Where can a Full Stack Developer earn more?

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